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Coffee Gadgets And A Toast To Steve Jobs

the second brain — Fri, 07 Oct 2011 18:24:07 +0000

The Coffee Gals chat about coffee emergency gadgets, pay tribute to Steve Jobs and declare October National Coffee Month.

Listener Feedback Show

the second brain — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 03:32:38 +0000

Thanks to your feedback and comments on Twitter and (gasp) email, we were inspired to record another show.

We chat about needing coffee in order to make coffee thanks to a tweet from Perry Headrick aka @pheadrick.

Jennifer admits to reheating coffee and is happy to discover she is not the only one thanks to a tweet from Christina M. aka @hrbabe.

We also received a cool gadget device suggestion from the fine folks from @JiveWithUs

We also hear from Reagan Robertson who sent us an email about the “Secret Starbucks Menu”. Who know you could order a Black Cow or a Zebra?

We chat about a recent tweet that resulted in a steak dinner from Morton’s Steakhouse for HARO’s Peter Shankman upon his arrival at the airport.

We discuss the recent World Barista Championship which happened in June.

Jackie is still on the lookout for a cool coffee cuff. Let us know if you find one.

Thanks for joining us for another episode of the Morning BrewCast.

Cheers!

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Coffee On The Go

the second brain — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 20:39:01 +0000

A few audio bits from us via Cinch. We haven’t disappeared, we’ve just been using a fast mobile version to capture our audio content. Thanks for sticking with us my friends. Cheers!

More Bantai Civet Coffee

the second brain — Sun, 23 Aug 2009 21:49:44 +0000

We finally tracked down our Bantai Civet Coffee contest winner, Michael Madison. Luckily we were also able to convince Dustin Butler, owner of Bantai Civet Coffee to join us for another tasting. Yeah, we know it’s self serving since we will also get to drink some of this $320/lb coffee. However this time we’re ready for the big buzz. Going plaid is a forgone conclusion. Join us for some coffee fun!

A special thanks to Janie at the San Antonio Coffee Roasters aka What’s Brewing for allowing us to record in their roasting facility. The smell of the coffee is always amazing!

MBC #57: Interview with Dustin Butler of Bantai Civet Coffee

the second brain — Tue, 26 May 2009 10:36:09 +0000

The Coffee Gals have a special treat for our listeners. We are pleased to interview Dustin Butler of Bantai Civet Coffee. Dustin shares the story behind the coffee that costs $320 lb. Commonly called “weasel poop” coffee, the real story behind the Bantai Civet Coffee is one of conservation of land, endangered species and successful farming for native tribes. Everyone wins in this story, especially coffee aficionados.

When Dustin was kind enough to donate a 4oz batch of this premium and high priced blend to the Morning BrewCast an idea was born. We knew we would have to record a live tasting of the Bantai Civet Coffee, so why not invite one of our listeners to join us for this special treat? We devised a way to make this both a fun experience as well as one that could benefit the Julia Campbell Memorial Park where the coffee is grown and “harvested”.

Win the chance to be on the Morning BrewCast when we try the Bantai Civet Coffee with Dustin Butler at What’s Brewing in San Antonio, TX.

For every Ten Dollar donation receive an entry for the opportunity to sit down and have a cup or two of the Bantai Civet Coffee (aka weasel poop coffee). Donations will be sent directly to the Julia Campbell Memorial Park where the coffee is “produced”. Winner will be announced Wednesday, June 3rd. Out of town winners will have coffee shipped to them and will be Skyped in for the tasting on Saturday.

Click here to donate and enter a chance to join us for the special live show of the Bantai Civet Coffee

We can’t wait to enjoy this special brew with you!

Cheers,
Jennifer & Jackie

Image from San Antonio Express-News article

MBC #56 New Coffee Experiences

the second brain — Tue, 26 May 2009 09:14:25 +0000

The Coffee Gals have been saving up some funny stories about their recent coffee experiences. Join Jennifer & Jackie for a post lunch coffee chat. Hot or cold, grab your cup of brew and join the fun!

Morning BrewCast Theme music by The Clintons Band
Mixed by Ceejay Jones of Opinionated Ramblings

MBC #55 Sunday Morning Coffee

the second brain — Mon, 23 Feb 2009 06:57:54 +0000

Sunday Morning Coffee

Jackie and Jennifer were having a delicious cup of brew and chatting on a nice Sunday morning. So the desire to record hit. Thanks to the ease of BlogTalkRadio we were able to put a show out.

• A good friend of the show, Michael De Leon, sent us a link to the site, “Death by Caffeine”. We discover just how much caffeine it would take to kill Jennifer.
• Starbucks has created their own unique “soluble” version of instant coffee which will come out on March 3rd.
• We really like the Crop to Cup concept of creating a closer and more intimate connection between the farmer growing the beans and the coffee in our cups.

Morning BrewCast theme music “Fan of the Bean” by the Clinton’s Band mixed by Ceejay of Opinionated Ramblings

Breakfast and Denny’s "Feed America" Day

the second brain — Tue, 03 Feb 2009 16:05:06 +0000

Jackie and Jennifer are at the Denny’s on the North side of town. Since Denny’s announced during the Superbowl that it wants to feed America, we thought we would do our part to help them.

The coffee was solid, the service was excellent and the staff still smiling and chipper. Kudos to you Denny’s!

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Morning BrewCast #54 – The LIVE Show!

the second brain — Sun, 23 Nov 2008 16:10:53 +0000

In today’s show we hear from Jennifer and Jackie as they join the “Live Show” circuit.

This morning we’re drinking a Kona Blend from a good friend who happened to vacation in Hawaii. We also discuss some of the recent brew given to us by @pandaran aka Luis Sandoval

Is the recession affecting your coffee? According to recent reports companies like Starbucks are feeling the pinch.

We discovered that coffee shops in the Netherlands are a whole different kind of place. Who knew?

Our Did You Know comes to us from our most trusted and reliable source, Mom.

Coffee Gadget: Coffee Cuff is as beautiful to wear as it is useful.

We also share some of our recent news:
•Jennifer didn’t just complete the 13.1 miles of the San Antonio Rock-n-Roll Marathon, she Tweeted, Uttered and Facebooked her way through it, too.

•Jackie was in Las Vegas recently and shares her Elvis experience.

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MBC #53 The Coffee Gals Are Back!

the second brain — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 08:24:32 +0000

-Jennifer & Jackie are back on track with a new Morning BrewCast.
-The Coffee Gals recap some of the happenings from the last few months.
-Jackie makes a move
-Jennifer shares some of the strange things that happen when home searching.
-We’ve picked up a new musical hobby.
-We recount the coffee stories of our recent travels.
-Our coffee reputation proceeds us and we’re not sure that’s a good thing.
-Mom & Gary rode from Houston to Sturgiss for the big bike rally
-We also spent some time with our brother, Raymond.
-We share some no-coffee flight stories which may get Jackie into trouble.
-Thanks so much for sending us show suggestions
-We share an article sent to us by Charles Cadenhead of Mostly News & Desperate Husbands
-Jackie is looking for a homemade whiff of coffee device.

Thank you so much for encouraging us to get on with the podcasting fun.

Cheers,
Jennifer & Jackie
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MBC theme song mix by Ceejay of Opinionated Ramblings of “Not a Fan of the Bean” by The Clintons Band

MBC #52: A Canadian in Texas

the second brain — Mon, 07 Apr 2008 08:27:10 +0000

-Our good friend and fellow podcaster, Ajay from All Axis Radio came all the way from Canada to join Jennifer and Jackie in the sound booth.

- So what happens when a non-coffee drinker spends time with the Coffee Gals?

- Texas stereotypes: The Good, The Bad and the Downright Hilarious

- Driving in San Antonio is not for the faint of heart

- Riverwalk fun: Ajay meets some REAL Mexicans

- Jennifer manages to offend all kinds of folks on this show. Send your complaints to…..

- Everything is bigger in Texas even the bugs

- “Do be do be do” – Chocolate-covered coffee beans to the person who can name that tune.

In case you can’t tell from all the laughter, we had an amazing time with Ajay. We hope to either make it to Canada soon or perhaps he’ll make a return visit. You know the old saying, ” I wasn’t born in Texas, but I got here as quick as I could.”

If you want to hear some great Canadian Indie Rock, we highly recommend you head over to All Axis Radio. Tell Ajay the Coffee Gals sent ya.

Send your feedback to morningbrewcast AT gmail DOT com or 210.880.GALS

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MBC 51: Confessions and Starbucks in the News

the second brain — Mon, 18 Feb 2008 14:27:25 +0000

-The Coffee Gals are in San Antonio recording in their new Sound Booth
-To find out more about the evolution of the sound booth you can check out Jennifer’s blog Here are the before and after pics

-Jennifer has a confession

-Starbucks is closing for 3 hours on February 26, 2008

-Take this “Brown Out” time to discover your local coffee shop. Don’t know who/where they are? Simply go to DeLocator to find them.

-Jennifer and Jackie are planning a Special Report for the “Brown Out”. Want us to come visit with you? Simply give us a call at 210.880.GALS or drop us a line at morningbrewcast@gmail.com.

-McDonalds is taking on Starbucks with their own version of premium coffee. Here is a video clip from CNBC’s Dennis Kneale

-Jennifer found a hidden gem in Blanco, TX that has the most amazing baked goods: Deutsch Apple. If you’re driving around the Texas Hill Country make this one of your stops. Map

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MBC 50:Coffee Shop Interview at Compassionate Beans in Austin, TX

the second brain — Tue, 05 Feb 2008 18:44:43 +0000

We made it!!!

50 shows!

Yeah, we cant’ believe it either. Thanks everyone for hanging in there with us. We’ve had a blast and are looking forward to the next 50.

Today the Coffee Gals spend time with Bau Pham owner of Compassionate Beans. A new coffee shop in the Medical District of Austin, TX. We finally get to try out a cold brew and we love it! As a matter this looks to be our new hot weather drink.

Bau shares his personal coffee history and the story behind Compassionate Beans. We like his business model and hope to see more coffee houses go down the same enlightened path. Cheers to you Bau!

Jackie pulls in an unsuspecting customer, Jill Reiter to discuss the need for a Short-Bus Coffee Ordering Line
Up and coming event at Compassionate Beans 801 W. 38th Street, Suite 110 Austin, TX 78705 512.897.1233

Grand Opening: February 7th ALL DAY LONG
Get your wake up buzz going from

7:00 am-3:00 pm FREE COFFEE and Pastries

Get your relaxing groove on from

4:00 pm-7:00 pm Wine & Beer on the house

What’s not to love about this coffee shop? Wander on down to Compassionate Beans on February 7th and welcome Bau to the neighborhood. Tell him Jennifer & Jackie sent ya.

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MBC #49 Coffee Gadgets, Tea Dilemma, Folgers Grand Master Taster

the second brain — Thu, 20 Dec 2007 06:44:52 +0000

The Coffee Gals share some of the recent cool coffee gadgets they’ve discovered. The SipKlip, The On & Off Coffee Mug and the AeroPress.

Jackie wonders if the “Tea People” have put bad mojo on her ordering skills.

Jennifer has a complaint about her Mr. Coffee pot

Thanks to Dave Guerra we find out about Folgers Coffee’s Grand Master Coffee Taster.

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Thanks for listening and most of all for subscribing.

As Always a BIG Thanks for the Music Medley Mix which is courtesy of Opinionated Rambling’s Ceejay Jones of the Clintons Band song “Fan of the Bean”

MBC #48 Audio Comments, Starbucks Recall and Thigh Slimming Coffee Cream

the second brain — Mon, 17 Dec 2007 09:19:02 +0000

We hear from Charles Cadenhead of Mostly News and Desperate Husbands. Charles has some coffee bean roaster questions, offers us a helpful tech tip in regards to our new Grand Central Number 210.880.GALS (4257) and gives us a detailed explanation about the difference between basements and root cellars. Thanks so much Charles for your audio comments. Be sure and check out his shows. We find them both informative and entertaining!

Jackie has some news about a coffee cup recall from Starbucks.

There is also a report out that puts the Coffee Gals in a group of older affluent consumers. Does this mean snooty times ahead?

A Twitter friend of Jennifer’s, “Dr. Linguist” shared findings of a recent report on the Thigh Slimming properties that Doctor’s in Rio de Jinero have found in coffee.

Other sites mentioned on the show:
What’s Brewing Specialty Coffee Roasters
White Rock Coffee Shop
Dunn Brothers Coffee
It’s a Grind Coffee House

Thanks for listening and subscribing (either via RSS or email)

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